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He wants to travel around the world; I, settle in one place.

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Narrator

He wants to travel around the world; I, settle in one place.

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Giving Advice

You should consider your priorities: do you want to travel the world or settle down?

Describing Habits

He's always on the go, traveling, while I prefer the comfort of my home.

Asking About Others

Do you prefer to travel extensively or live in one place?

Sharing Hypotheticals

If he didn't want to travel, he might settle down like me.

Rephrased versions

Formal

His ambition is to circumnavigate the globe; mine, to establish permanent residence.

Casual

He's all about seeing the world; I'm happy staying put.

Simpler English

He wants to go everywhere; I want to stay home.

Phrases to learn

travel around the world

To journey to many different countries and places globally.

settle in one place

To establish a permanent home in a specific location.